Principal/Staff Applied Scientist, Messaging and Notifications
As a Principal/Staff Applied Scientist focusing on Messaging and Notifications, you will architect and implement advanced machine learning solutions, including recommendation engines and LLM integrations. You will lead the development of novel ML systems from conception to production, significantly enhancing guest and host experiences by spearheading ML applications in critical communication domains.
Airbnb was founded in 2007 and has since grown to over 5 million hosts welcoming over 2 billion guest arrivals globally. The Messaging & Notifications team connects Airbnb’s community with the right information, in the right place, at the right time, tailoring communication to streamline host operations and ensure guests have worry-free stays. Additionally, new connections are being built within the community to enrich the experience of hosting and traveling on Airbnb, easing the hosting process and adding meaning to guest trips.
This role believes the current customer experiences in these domains are only scratching the surface of possible innovations, and that science is at the heart of delivering a step-function change for guests and hosts on Airbnb. You will architect and implement advanced machine learning solutions, including recommendation engines, ranking systems, intent detection models, and the integration of intelligence into existing platforms. Additionally, you’ll lead efforts to harness the power of Large Language Models (LLMs) to create transformative AI experiences. Many initiatives will be in early conceptual stages, providing the opportunity to shape ideas from inception to production. You will be leading ML, Data, and Product engineers to drive ML applications. A core focus of your work will be spearheading Machine Learning applications in Messaging and Notification, a high-impact area with significant potential to enhance guest and host experiences at Airbnb.
This position is US - Remote Eligible. The role may include occasional work at an Airbnb office or attendance at offsites, as agreed to with your manager. While the position is Remote Eligible, you must live in a state where Airbnb, Inc. has a registered entity. Please refer to the careers page for the up-to-date list of excluded states.
Posted June 11, 2026